Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has released its trading and settlement schedule for the ready market for October 2026, according to an official report dated September 25, 2026. The schedule outlines the transaction and settlement dates for the entire month, with trading set to commence on Thursday, October 1, 2026, and conclude on Friday, October 30, 2026.

The announcement specifies that the trading days will operate in accordance with the standard weekday schedule, with transactions occurring from Monday to Friday. The initial transaction of the month on October 1 will be settled the following day, October 2, while subsequent transactions will adhere to a similar pattern of next-day settlement.

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the settlement dates will consistently follow the transaction days, ensuring that trades conducted on Fridays will be settled on the following Monday. This continuity is maintained throughout the month, concluding with the last transaction on October 30, which is scheduled to be settled on Monday, November 2.

PSX has also noted that it reserves the right to modify the announced dates if necessary. Any changes or postponements in the settlement schedule will result in the process being carried out on the next working day. This flexibility is intended to accommodate any unforeseen circumstances that may arise during the trading period.

This schedule is part of the designated market category for the ready market, which facilitates the efficient functioning of trading activities in Pakistan's financial markets. The clear delineation of transaction and settlement days aims to provide transparency and predictability for market participants engaging in trading activities in the upcoming month.